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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Atmospheric journey through the Golden State,
By Josh (Washington, DC) - See all my reviews
This review is from: California: A Sketchbook (Hardcover)
What Cooper's book is not: ponderous or trite, heavy-handed or unthinking. On the contrary, Cooper does a wonderful job of blending keen observations with a terrific simplicity. It didn't tell me what to think or see, but it did a wonderful job of showing me what the state was about--warts and all. Rarely have I felt that a place was so well captured. And it took all that Cooper did, the pictures and the text, to pull it off. Without either, it wouldn't have worked, falling into simplicity or pedantry. But it does work. Imagine Bruce Chatwin with a sketchbook. It was a real joy to read.
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Nice Example of Sketches & Reminder of California Sites,
By Reborn Elvis fan (California transfer in New England) - See all my reviews
This review is from: California: A Sketchbook (Hardcover)
I like this book of illustrations. Not overly done and just a 'nice' reminder of the memorable sites of California. It's nostalgic and relaxing for me to view it. Maybe set some California music (Beach Boys or Tony Bennett's 'I Left My Heart in San Francisco, Randy Newman's I Love LA...and whatever...), liberations, and snacks (chips & Salsa). Then relax, be mellow, and experience California 'cool' in the comforts of your home. May be particularly helpful during a !@&&* New England winter. Enjoy!
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California: A Sketchbook by Elisha Cooper (Hardcover - March 1, 2000)
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